How to Obtain the Blasphemous Blade in Elden Ring
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So, you’ve conquered Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy, and now you’re wondering how to claim the coveted Blasphemous Blade. It’s a simple process, thankfully, but it’s essential to understand the nuances of Remembrance items in Elden Ring. The direct answer is this: after defeating Rykard, you will receive the Remembrance of the Blasphemous. Take this Remembrance to Enia at the Roundtable Hold. She will then offer you the choice between the Blasphemous Blade and the spell Rykard’s Rancor. Choose the Blasphemous Blade, and it’s yours!
Understanding Remembrances and Enia
What are Remembrances?
Remembrances are unique items awarded to you after defeating certain major bosses in Elden Ring. Think of them as trophies, but instead of just sitting pretty in your inventory, they hold the boss’s essence and power. This power can be harnessed in one of two ways:
- Consuming the Remembrance: This grants you a substantial amount of Runes, the game’s currency. It’s a quick way to level up, but generally not the most efficient use of a Remembrance.
- Trading with Enia: This is the key to unlocking the real potential of Remembrances.
Who is Enia?
Enia is a Finger Reader located in the Roundtable Hold. She’s the designated NPC for interpreting Remembrances and offering you powerful items in exchange. Think of her as a spirit medium who channels the boss’s essence into tangible weapons, spells, or armor.
How to get to Roundtable Hold
If you’re early in the game, you might not have discovered the Roundtable Hold yet. It’s a hub area accessible only through fast travel after meeting certain conditions. Either defeat Godrick the Grafted or spend a significant amount of time exploring. Eventually, Melina will invite you to the Roundtable Hold. Once there, Enia is easily found near the Two Fingers.
The Process Step-by-Step
- Defeat Rykard, Lord of Blasphemy: This is the obvious first step. Rykard is located in the Volcano Manor, accessible through a series of quests or by exploring the region.
- Obtain the Remembrance of the Blasphemous: This item will automatically be added to your inventory after defeating Rykard.
- Travel to the Roundtable Hold: Use the fast travel map to return to the Roundtable Hold.
- Locate Enia: Enia is found in the main chamber, near the Two Fingers.
- Speak to Enia: Interact with Enia. A dialogue option will appear, allowing you to trade your Remembrance.
- Choose the Blasphemous Blade: Enia will present you with a choice between the Blasphemous Blade and the Rykard’s Rancor spell. Select the Blasphemous Blade.
- Receive the Blasphemous Blade: The Blasphemous Blade will be added to your inventory.
Stats and Scaling
The Blasphemous Blade is a powerful Greatsword that deals Fire damage and scales primarily with Strength, Dexterity, and Faith. You’ll need the following stats to wield it effectively:
- Strength: 22
- Dexterity: 15
- Faith: 21
Investing further in these stats, especially Faith, will significantly increase the weapon’s damage output.
Weapon Skill: Taker’s Flames
The Blasphemous Blade’s unique weapon skill, Taker’s Flames, is incredibly powerful. It unleashes a wave of fire that deals significant damage and heals the user with each hit. This makes it an excellent choice for both offense and defense.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What if I accidentally consumed the Remembrance of the Blasphemous?
Don’t panic! You can duplicate Remembrances by using a Walking Mausoleum. These are large, turtle-like structures found throughout the Lands Between. Locate one with a bell attached (this indicates that it can duplicate Remembrances from shardbearer bosses like Rykard). Knock the white skulls off its legs to bring it down and then interact with the Mausoleum to duplicate your Remembrance.
2. Can I get both the Blasphemous Blade and Rykard’s Rancor in a single playthrough?
Yes, you can, but you’ll need to duplicate the Remembrance of the Blasphemous using a Walking Mausoleum as described above.
3. Is the Blasphemous Blade the best weapon in Elden Ring?
That’s subjective and depends on your playstyle. However, the Blasphemous Blade is widely considered one of the best weapons due to its high damage output, self-healing ability, and relatively low stat requirements.
4. What build is best for the Blasphemous Blade?
A Faith build that also invests in Strength and Dexterity is ideal. This will maximize the weapon’s damage and allow you to use its weapon skill effectively.
5. Can I still do Volcano Manor quests after getting the Blasphemous Blade?
No. Killing Rykard locks you out of all Volcano Manor quests. So, ensure you have completed all the desired quests before confronting Rykard.
6. What happens to Tanith after I kill Rykard?
After resting at a Site of Grace, Tanith will be gone from Volcano Manor. You can find her in Rykard’s chamber, eating his remains.
7. Can I parry with the Blasphemous Blade?
No, the Blasphemous Blade itself cannot parry. However, you can use the Blasphemous Claw to parry specific melee attacks from Maliketh.
8. Is the Blasphemous Blade good against Malenia?
Yes, the Blasphemous Blade is excellent against Malenia. The Taker’s Flames weapon skill can stagger her and provide much-needed healing.
9. Is the Dark Moon Greatsword or Blasphemous Blade better?
It depends on your stats. The Dark Moon Greatsword scales with Intelligence, while the Blasphemous Blade scales with Faith. Choose the weapon that best suits your build.
10. What’s the best Dex/Faith weapon in Elden Ring?
While the Blasphemous Blade is primarily Faith-focused with some Strength investment, the Winged Scythe is often considered a strong contender for the best Dex/Faith weapon due to its inherent bleed build-up and unique weapon art.
11. Is the Sword of Night and Flame or Blasphemous Blade better?
Again, this depends on your build and playstyle. The Sword of Night and Flame requires both Intelligence and Faith, while the Blasphemous Blade requires Strength, Dexterity, and Faith. The Blasphemous Blade is generally easier to build around early on, while the Sword of Night and Flame can be powerful but requires more stat investment.
12. Is it worth using a Remembrance?
Yes, absolutely! While you can consume them for Runes, trading them with Enia unlocks powerful weapons, spells, and armor that can significantly enhance your character.
13. What does the Blasphemous Blade scale best with?
The Blasphemous Blade scales best with Faith, followed by Strength and Dexterity. Increasing your Faith stat will have the most significant impact on its damage output.
14. What is the weapon skill of the Blasphemous Blade?
The weapon skill is called Taker’s Flames. It unleashes a wave of fire that deals damage and heals the user.
15. Where can I learn more about game mechanics and design principles?
You can explore valuable resources and insights at the Games Learning Society website: https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/. The GamesLearningSociety.org is a great source for understanding the educational aspects of gaming.
With the Blasphemous Blade in hand, you’ll be well-equipped to tackle some of Elden Ring’s toughest challenges. Good luck, Tarnished!